Slovakia
General visa requirements for travelling to Slovakia. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Medical visa (Schengen Visa-Free Short Stay (Medical))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of Annex II (visa-exempt) countries
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Purpose of visit
Medical treatment for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Entire Schengen Area; Minimum coverage: 30000 EUR
How to apply
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Document gathering
Ensure passport validity (3+ months beyond departure). Arrange medical facility appointment. Prepare travel insurance and proof of funds.
Medical visa (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Medical - Type C))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15-45 calendar days
- Fee
- 90 EUR
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of Annex I countries requiring a visa to enter the Schengen Area
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Purpose of visit
Must be travelling for medical treatment, surgery, or other health-related purposes. Requires confirmation from a Slovak medical facility.
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Health
Must have a medical condition requiring treatment and confirmation from the accepting medical facility
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Biometric photograph, white background
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, insurance coverage for medical costs, pre-payment receipts from medical facility; Minimum amount: Sufficient to cover medical treatment costs and living expenses; minimum 56 EUR per day
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Entire Schengen Area; Minimum coverage: 30000 EUR
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hospital/clinic accommodation, hotel reservation near medical facility; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen Visa Application Form; Form url: https://www.mzv.sk/en/web/en/visa-and-services/schengen-visa
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash in local currency at embassy/consulate; Amount: 90 EUR (adults); 45 EUR (children 6-11); free (children under 6)
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain confirmation letter from the accepting Slovak medical facility confirming the specific medical treatment, its duration, and costs. Obtain pre-payment receipts or proof of insurance coverage for medical costs.
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Online application
Fill out the Schengen visa application form specifying medical treatment as the purpose.
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Fee payment
Pay 90 EUR visa application fee.
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at Slovak embassy/consulate. Apply 6 months to 15 days before travel.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person.
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Biometrics
Provide fingerprints and biometric photograph if not already in VIS.
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Processing wait
15 calendar days standard, up to 45 days in exceptional cases.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa sticker upon approval.